The main source of energy for a hurricane is the
A) upper-level jet stream.
B) rising of warm air and sinking of cold air in the vicinity of weather fronts.
C) warm ocean water and release of latent heat of condensation.
D) ocean currents and tides.

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Hurricanes are powered by warm ocean water and the release of latent heat of condensation. As water vapor condenses, heat is released, which powers the storm. The warm ocean water provides the initial energy needed for the storm to form and intensify.

The Main Source of Energy for a Hurricane Is the